Hey Sam, how are you? I purchased the Blessing 5B trumpet mouthpiece. I've been practicing with it for about a week or so. I'm happy with it, the transition from a 3C to the 5B went smoothly.
Hi David, glad it worked out well! Both great mouthpieces but different strokes for different folks. The 3C is almost a lead mouthpiece for me, as it is a little shallower and more V-shaped than Bach or Blessing’s other C cups. The 5B on the other hand is a wonderful all-arounder! Particularly for the artist who doesn’t live above the staff.
Great vintage horn. I have an off-topic question if you don't mind. I recently purchased a Shilke 14a4a mouthpiece as I wanted to venture into my first shallow mouthpiece. I noticed that the backbore is very tight and the sound is very bright. I feel like I have to adjust my air since it feels like I don't need much air otherwise it shuts down on me. (played on a Yamaha 14b4a for a year before the switch) Furthermore, The volume is small and sounds like a laser type of sound above the staff. The question is will I be able to adapt it as an everyday mouthpiece? I don't like switching mouthpieces. Been playing for 4 years now.
@@da11king First things first, I can’t help but question your motivation-you wanted to get used to your first lead mouthpiece but you don’t like switching between mouthpieces? I really do not think trying to play on a 14A4A as your main mouthpiece is a worthwhile endeavor if you have ambitions of doing anything other than lead work. There are variants like the Schilke 14A4 and 14A4X which have standard and extra-large backbores respectively that could help the mouthpiece to feel and sound a little less constrictive, but that cup is just obscenely tight for everyday use in my opinion. Whenever I’ve tried to play one, I too have felt it back up or cut off on me if I try to blow as I normally do.
This is such a cool video! I have an old Bb/A J.W. York and Sons Trumpet that I assume is from 1920 that needs a lot of work to get back into a playing state. Thanks for the video!
We were long overdue for a vintage video! Hope you enjoy this one! More coming soon :)
I love antique instruments. I have a bunch! Thanks for the fun review!
You are my target demographic, Rob :)
Thanks for watching!
I'm finally getting the hang of my Conn 83H! Can't wait for you to see my B.A.C Artist San Francisco.
Hey Sam, how are you? I purchased the Blessing 5B trumpet mouthpiece. I've been practicing with it for about a week or so. I'm happy with it, the transition from a 3C to the 5B went smoothly.
Hi David, glad it worked out well! Both great mouthpieces but different strokes for different folks. The 3C is almost a lead mouthpiece for me, as it is a little shallower and more V-shaped than Bach or Blessing’s other C cups. The 5B on the other hand is a wonderful all-arounder! Particularly for the artist who doesn’t live above the staff.
@@SamuelPlaysBrass That would be me🤣thanks for recommending it.
Great vintage horn. I have an off-topic question if you don't mind. I recently purchased a Shilke 14a4a mouthpiece as I wanted to venture into my first shallow mouthpiece. I noticed that the backbore is very tight and the sound is very bright. I feel like I have to adjust my air since it feels like I don't need much air otherwise it shuts down on me. (played on a Yamaha 14b4a for a year before the switch) Furthermore, The volume is small and sounds like a laser type of sound above the staff. The question is will I be able to adapt it as an everyday mouthpiece? I don't like switching mouthpieces. Been playing for 4 years now.
@@da11king First things first, I can’t help but question your motivation-you wanted to get used to your first lead mouthpiece but you don’t like switching between mouthpieces? I really do not think trying to play on a 14A4A as your main mouthpiece is a worthwhile endeavor if you have ambitions of doing anything other than lead work. There are variants like the Schilke 14A4 and 14A4X which have standard and extra-large backbores respectively that could help the mouthpiece to feel and sound a little less constrictive, but that cup is just obscenely tight for everyday use in my opinion. Whenever I’ve tried to play one, I too have felt it back up or cut off on me if I try to blow as I normally do.
Good review mate!
Thanks Aaron!
This is such a cool video! I have an old Bb/A J.W. York and Sons Trumpet that I assume is from 1920 that needs a lot of work to get back into a playing state. Thanks for the video!
Thanks Josh!! I do recall seeing your York in some of your TikToks. Shame it needs work…
Great video! I have a (what I believe to be) 1922 Keifer trumpet. I'm uncertain of the model. I plan on having it refurbished to full playability.
Thank you! Hope the restoration works out well.
thanks... I love your channel👍👍 19:07
@@richardlynch5745 Thank you!
Great Samuel!👍👍
@@peternaryd_operasinger Thank you!
@@SamuelPlaysBrass You're so welcome
That was never designed to play in C. The two-section tuning slide was just for switching to A. Chas is actually short for Charles.
That’s what I originally thought, but the brochure specifically mentions it being able to play in C without the attachment.